Safety Precautions
10
Refrigerant
Although fluorocarbon refrigerants are classified as safe, use
caution when working with refrigerants or in areas where they
are being used.
NOTE: These warnings refer to servicing of the unit.
Refrigerant Oil
Observe the following precautions when working with or
around refrigerant oil:
NOTE: These warnings refer to servicing of the unit.
DANGER: Fluorocarbon refrigerants can produce
toxic gases. In the presence of an open flame or
electrical short, these gases are severe respiratory
irritants CAPABLE OF CAUSING DEATH.
DANGER: Fluorocarbon refrigerants tend to
displace air and can cause oxygen depletion which
could result in DEATH BY SUFFOCATION. Provide
adequate ventilation in enclosed or confined areas.
WARNING: Fluorocarbon refrigerants evaporate
rapidly, freezing anything they contact if accidentally
released into the atmosphere from the liquid state.
WARNING: Always wear goggles or safety glasses to
protect eyes from refrigerant oil contact.
WARNING: Protect skin and clothing from
prolonged or repeated contact with refrigerant oil.
Rubber gloves are recommended.
WARNING: Wash thoroughly immediately after
handling refrigerant oil to prevent irritation.
